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Short courses are a great way to boost your skills. If you are considering longer courses such as TAFE courses or University courses but you want to get a better understanding of an area first a short courses is a great option.

Short courses are available online or in-class and cover areas such as MYOB, Photoshop, Photography, Microsoft Office, Languages and more. Find the right one here.

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Cloud Career Starter Pathway

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Cloud Career Starter Pathway? Cloud specialists are in-demand globally and our Cloud Career Starter Pathway gives you the skills and industry recognised certifications to start your cloud career with confidence....

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Job Outcomes Cloud Administrator +2
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)? The CCNA certification is a globally recognised qualification that covers a range of networking, cloud and, security topics. If you are seeking to expand your existing skills, this course enhance...

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Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)? This course is tailored for professionals engaged in the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from Developers and Testers to Architects, Project Managers, and Security Experts....

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Job Outcomes Software Architect +6
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Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)? Becoming a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is an objective measure of excellence and a globally recognised standard of achievement that many organis...

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Job Outcomes Chief information security o... +2
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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)? The CISA certification showcases your expertise in assessing vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, implementing controls, IS audit, control, and security. This credential paves the way for ca...

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Job Outcomes Information Security Manager +3
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Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)? The CISM certification is globally recognised and highly regarded by employers in the information security field. Holding the CISM certification demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of...

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Job Outcomes Information Security Manager +1
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Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) Pathway

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Pathway? This pathway will help you demonstrate that you have what you need to identify and mitigate cyber security threats by becoming a Certified Ethical Hacker through the EC-Council. Our professionally...

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Job Outcomes Ethical Hacker
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Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH)

Short Course
This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH)? The Certified Ethical Hacker (C|EH) course is a globally recognised certification program offered by EC-Council. The course explores the attack technologies commonly used by hackers and helps you know how...

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Job Outcomes Ethical Hacker
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Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Short Course
This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)? The Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) course is the perfect way to advance your career and strengthen your cloud security credentials. With this globally recognised certification,...

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Certified Associate in Project Management – CAPM

Short Course
This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Certified Associate in Project Management – CAPM? The PMI Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM) certification validates an individual’s understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology, and processes of effecti...

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Job Outcomes Construction +4
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CBAP | Certified Business Analysis Professional

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the CBAP | Certified Business Analysis Professional? CBAP certification is an internationally recognised qualification that demonstrates a high level knowledge of business analysis. As a business analyst, this certification will enhance your...

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CAPM and Change Management Pathway

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Stand out to employers with the ultimate collection of project management and change management certifications This collection aims to make individuals with no project management experience, ready to take on a role as Project Manager. When you finish t...

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Job Outcomes Project managers +2
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CAPM Pathway

Short Course
This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the CAPM Pathway? Providing a comprehensive introduction into Project Management, Scrum and Agile. Our CAPM Pathway enhances your career prospects and elevates your expertise to global Project Management standards. By completing this pathway...

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Job Outcomes Project Manager +2
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Business Analyst to Data Analyst

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Business Analyst to Data Analyst? The role of a Data Analyst involves interpreting and transforming data into actionable insights to inform key business decisions. Shifting from a Business Analyst to a Data Analyst leverages transferable...

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Automated Testing with Selenium

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose Automated Testing with Selenium? Selenium allows developers and testers to automate the testing of web applications across different browsers and platforms. And allows you to create test scripts in different languages like Ruby, Java, PHP, P...

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Job Outcomes Software tester
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Business Analyst Pathway

Short Course
This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Business Analyst Pathway? As companies increasingly rely on data to guide strategic decisions, the need for skilled Business Data Analysts continues to grow rapidly, intensifying competition for available positions. By completing this pa...

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Job Outcomes Business Analyst +1
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Application Developer to Blockchain Solutions Architect

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the Application Developer to Blockchain Solutions Architect? Transitioning from an Application Developer to a Blockchain Solutions Architect is an exciting and rewarding career move as Blockchain is fast becoming the preferred global solutio...

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Job Outcomes Blockchain Solutions Architect
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AgilePM® Practitioner

Short Course
This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the APMG AgilePM Practitioner? The Agile Project Management Practitioner is a widely recognised qualification that takes only 20 hours to complete. It enhances your employability through advanced Project Management skill development. With ne...

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Job Outcomes Agile Project Manager
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AgilePM® Foundation

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose the AgilePM® Foundation? The Agile PM® Foundation course is a professional certification designed to elevate your ability to approach Project Management with agility and self-sufficiency. Agile projects are characterised by self-empowered te...

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Job Outcomes Agile Project Manager
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Agile for Software Development

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This is a short course focused on skill based training rather than a nationally accredited certificate or diploma.

Why choose Agile for Software Development? Agile software development methodology focuses on flexibility, collaboration, and efficiency and allow teams to deliver quality products. In our Agile for Software Development course you’ll explore Agile...

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A short course can unlock a world of opportunity, offering you the chance to upskill, advance in your career, or become a more well-rounded, valuable member of the workforce.  

A short course is the perfect, bite-sized way of gaining new knowledge. Maybe you’re making a significant change, or want to dip your toes in the water before taking on a full three-year degree. Or perhaps you want to improve your employability or secure a promotion by gaining new skills. Whatever the case may be, the plethora of short courses available today makes it possible to pursue your dreams, on your own terms.

Better yet, short courses are available both online and in person. Online study utilises flexible delivery methods and allows for personalisation, meaning you can study after work hours, just before the school pickup run, or on the weekend. Instead of online learning, you also have the option to take your course in person under the guidance of industry experts. Short courses can be tailored to meet your preferences, empowering you to succeed in the modern world of work.

Why choose a short course?

There is a multitude of reasons that you may be interested in completing study – whether it’s to upskill, as a pathway to higher education, or for professional development, there are lots of courses that could suit your needs. With short courses taught through TAFE, independent registered training organisations (RTOs) as well as some universities, there have never been so many options for short courses!

A short course:

  • Helps you elevate your career, whether you’re trying to take it in a new direction or want to excel in your existing role
  • Requires no specific prerequisites – recent school-leavers and adults who have been out of the workforce for decades can both find their place in online study
  • Allows for incredible flexibility, slotting into your life

What short courses are available?

You’re truly spoiled for choice with the sheer number of short courses that are available in Australia. Your options could include:

  • Short courses designed to help you learn about one specific skill such as food handling, responsible service of alcohol or social media management that go for a day or a week
  • Short courses in practical skills such as first aid
  • Short courses that aim to teach you new skills for hobbies such as flower arranging
  • Short courses such as a Certificate III, which are designed to give you a much more in-depth overview of a topic, such as a Certificate III in Project Management, Certificate III in Community, or a certification in Business Administration
  • Short courses that equip you with a Certificate III in Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a particular emerging technology
  • Short courses designed for upskilling for your professional development needs
  • Short courses created to help get you started in a specific industry or role such as social sciences, mental health or the visual arts

How to study

One of the most significant benefits of living in today’s society is the range of study options available to students. While short courses are often taught through TAFE, higher education providers and independent registered training organisations (RTOs) do also offer valuable courses for those looking to learn.

Short courses are available throughout Australia, in every state and territory, including NSW and Victoria. Depending on the course you do and where you do it, free TAFE inducements may exist for students completing courses that will result in jobs considered to be in a shortage of supply by the relevant government. While large cities such as Melbourne and Sydney provide the most extensive range of course options, there are also many courses available in rural areas, especially for those who want to enrol in a course that’s relevant to a rural area.

Online short courses were popular even before the rise of COVID-19, and have only continued to rise in popularity since then. Online courses allow students to study from anywhere, although international students should always check with CRICOS before attempting to enrol in a course. Australian students need to check that they can study across state lines.

Part-time and full-time study loads are available for a number of courses, and can be found in the course guides.

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